I have a Sony TV. When powered on by my Apple TV it powers up but uses the internal speaker instead of external speaker. I have to switch manually to external mode every time. Is there a way to correct this so my Apple TV power up keeps the external speakers on?
Hello dcmoser,
To. help resolve your issue: Follow the steps from this article:
Adjust video and audio settings on Apple TV
Adjust other audio settings:
You can adjust other audio settings, such as sound effects and music, audio format, and more.
1. Open Settingson Apple TV.
2. Go to Video and Audio.
3. Change any of the following:
• Audio output (Apple TV 4K): If you connect one or two HomePod speakers to Apple TV for home theater surround sound, all audio, including navigation clicks, is routed to the HomePod speaker(s). You can change this setting to other available speaker options. See Use Apple TV to play audio throughout your home.
• Audio output (Apple TV HD): You can choose to play audio through your TV speakers or AirPods, Bluetooth headphones, or another AirPlay speaker. See Use Apple TV to play audio throughout your home.
• Audio format: By default, Apple TV uses the best audio format available. You can change the audio format if you’re experiencing problems with playback. Select Audio Format, then selectChange Format and choose either Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital 5.1, or Stereo.
• Navigation clicks: Select Navigation Clicks to turn them on or off.
• Sound effects and music: Select Sound Effects and Music to turn them on or off.
• Audio mode: Apple TV can automatically switch the audio mode for the best audio output. If your TV requires 16-bit audio, select Audio Mode to change from Auto to 16-bit.
Best Regards.
Sony TV remains on internal speakers
